Little Kurrajong

Brachychiton Bidwilli

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Overview

The Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton bidwillii) is a vibrant small tree, reaching up to 20 feet in height. Showy, bell-shaped crimson flowers adorn its branches, often before the emergence of its bright green, lobed leaves. Hardy and drought-tolerant, it's suitable for warmer climates, growing in USDA zones 9-11. Ideal for adding a splash of color to landscapes, this Australian native thrives in well-drained soil and full to partial sun exposure.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Very LowZones 8–11Climate Mediterranean

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — The Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton bidwillii) is a vibrant small tree, reaching up to 20 feet in height

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — bell-shaped crimson flowers adorn its branches

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — often before the emergence of its bright green

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — Hardy and drought-tolerant, it's suitable for warmer climates, growing in USDA zones 9-11

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — Ideal for adding a splash of color to landscapes

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — this Australian native thrives in well-drained soil and full to partial sun exposure

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — scientifically known as Brachychiton bidwillii

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 15–20 Ft.
Mature width: 12–15 Ft.

Classification

Family: Malvaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — The Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton bidwillii) is a vibrant small tree, reaching up to 20 feet in height

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — bell-shaped crimson flowers adorn its branches

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — often before the emergence of its bright green

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — Hardy and drought-tolerant, it's suitable for warmer climates, growing in USDA zones 9-11

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — Ideal for adding a splash of color to landscapes

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — this Australian native thrives in well-drained soil and full to partial sun exposure

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — scientifically known as Brachychiton bidwillii

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — is a semi-deciduous tree hailing from Australia

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — renowned for its vibrant floral display and manageable size

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — Typically reaching heights of 15 to 20 feet at maturity

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — it exhibits a spread of approximately 10 to 15 feet

Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — making it a suitable choice for gardens where space might be a consideration

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